Labor Day (substitute holiday)
South Korea· Public holiday
Observed holidayTravel impact: Medium
- Date
- Mon, 3 May 2027
- Local name
- 근로자의 날 대체공휴일
- Public holiday
- Nationwide
Background
Substitute holiday for Labor Day when 1 May falls on a weekend, under Korea’s alternative holiday rules.
Impact on travellers
Forms a long weekend—expect busier short trips and nearby hotels; offices stay closed and some sights are more crowded.
Extra notes
Observed Monday 3 May 2027 because Labor Day (1 May) is a Saturday.
Sources
- Status
- ConfirmedChecked against official or authoritative public sources
- Last reviewed
- Sun, 26 Jul 2026
- go.seoul.co.krhttps://go.seoul.co.kr/news/prnewsView.php?id=434116&page=45§ion=b_sec_1
- korea.krhttps://www.korea.kr/news/policyNewsView.do?newsId=148963568
Government calendars and 2026 Labor Day / Constitution Day restorations; substitute days for weekend holidays; festivals curated.
How we review dataAbout this site
Travel reference only—always re-check the latest local official notices.